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Mike Johnson: “I thank the gentlewoman so much for her expertise, especially in pharmacology. This is something that everyone needs to…”

On the recordFebruary 2, 2022
I thank the gentlewoman so much for her expertise, especially in pharmacology. This is something that everyone needs to recognize. This fentanyl problem is a problem that is avoidable. I said in the opening that it is a leading cause of death for Americans aged 18 to 45. We could stop this. This is a policy choice that is perpetuating this crisis, and it is absolutely outrageous that the White House and the Democrat leadership in this House will not address this issue. Madam Speaker, I yield to the gentleman from Ohio (Mr. Latta).
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Mike Johnson
Republican · Louisiana
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Feb 2, 2022

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